Breaking barriers | Leda Smila

Breaking Barriers is a self-directed mental health campaign aimed at supporting university students experiencing common challenges such as academic stress, isolation, low motivation, future uncertainty, and poor time management. Through bold, brutalist-style posters, an Instagram campaign, and an accessible support website, the project offers a holistic and empathetic design solution that connects students with existing university services while introducing new features like an anonymous chat, peer mentorship registration, and urgent help resources. Grounded in survey insights and sector research, the project prioritises clarity, accessibility, and visual impact to reduce stigma and encourage help-seeking behaviours among students.